Surface radio options?

[jersey]

I remember seeing a radio designed exclusively for boats ...but it was years ago. Probably 1993 or so? There was a 4 channel and a 6 channel version - or 5 and 7 maybe (notable were two throttle sticks with wood thumbrests in the middle of the xmitter). I didn't have any money for one then ...but I have been looking recently and can't find anything like it. Does anyone make a radio designed for marine applications with lots of channels? With the prices of lipo cells so low now I am encouraged to get back into the hobby, but need to find the right equipment so I can have some fun! Models/manufacturers suggestions would be a great help ...thx!

[Ron Olson]

You're probably thinking of the Ace Nautical Commander at www.acehobby.com .

[jersey]

I think that's it!

However I can't find any dealers listed on their page or any sites selling it. Was it a good product? Are they still in business?

Thx!

[Ron Olson]

Yes, they are still in business, making the radio systems for Associated RTR trucks and cars. I've heard from one reliable source that the quality has been spotty on them. I don't know who is selling them either off-hand.